A journal in recognition of the passengers whose lives were changed forever in a tragic bus-train collision and in memory of those who died.

by David B. Gibson

“David Gibson’s reality was altered in a moment on September 18, 2013. His eloquent and poignant requiem chronicles his efforts to re-orient himself to a world whose boundaries and reference points abruptly disappeared…he chronicles his experiences in a way that helps us understand the hidden struggle of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD.” — Dr. Larry Cebulski, clinical psychologist.

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Dorothea Gutzeit

Be True and ServeAutobiography

A fascinating view of the “other side” in World War II, on the domestic
front. Born in Berlin, Dorothea spent her formative years in Nazi
Germany and in her war-torn city. She then forged a new life in Canada.

Cover photo:

Dorothea age 21,

Berlin, 1943

by Dorothea Gutzeit.

1921 -2005

“An amazing family story of courage and immigration."

— Siegfried Hansch (German-Canadian Business Association)

“An authentic and absorbing account of one woman's courage, tracing her life from early 20th century Germany to a new and challenging life in Canada, drawing on diaries, certificates and various documents, along with memories shared."

Syrian-Canadian author and translator Ghada Alatrash is a Doctoral Student at the Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary. She has an MA in English Literature from the University of Oklahoma.

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Gay Soulmate Wanted

“For two people to get along and love each other over a long period of time, there must be a healthy connection on the physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual aspects of life.”

Fearing that at the age of 39 (or 78 in gay years), his chances of finding a soulmate are decreasing every day, Richard is confronted by a good-looking man ten years his junior, who claims to be his partner without ever having met him. When finally the two are introduced, sparks fly.

by Charles Seems, teacher, trainer, writer, HR consultant and interior decorator. Born in the atlantic town of Dalhousie, New Brunswick, Canada, he now lives in Ottawa with his spouse Robert.

5.83" x 8.27" 210 pagesISBN 978-1-927032-59-6

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Cover painting: Claude Chapdelaine

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Running Beyond Empty

Fun and entertaining, this novel explores the many challenges faced by Dinah who is forced to move in order to provide for herself and her daughter Selah. Their emotions are stretched by new people and events. Both learn to stand up to obnoxious folks and find that hard work and play help them stay focused on their goals. The empowerment of caring relationships carries them through heartbreak as hey discover that running starts with believing in yourself.

Ultimately their resiliency opens up new hopes and dreams — shared with Bill and Norm, the two special men in their lives. Enriched by many colorful characters, the story of these two feisty women will capture your imagination.

by Ben Kruser

Ben is a university staff member and has been a wildlife biologist, long-time outdoor enthusiast and an endurance runner, completing many 12- and 24-hour runs.

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Alexandre Vachon

the scholars’ cleric

and the

clerics’ scholar1885 – 1953

“…a rich chronicle of one of the greatest leaders of this diocese.”

—Marcel André Gervais, Archbishop Emeritus of Ottawa

“…the opportunity to get to know a great figure of the Canadian Episcopate.”

—Luigi Ventura, former Apostolic Nuncio to Canada

(Accolades for the French edition, in translation)

Alexandre completed his studies for Priesthood with distinction. He became
a science teacher and pursued studies at Harvard and MIT and became Director of the Advanced School of Chemistry
and then Dean of the Faculty of Science, and finally as Rector at Laval
University. The
Church recognized his talents and, in 1939, turned to him to lead the Ottawa
diocese. He is entrusted with new responsibilities which extend to the Catholic Church
at large.

André N.Vachon

André N. Vachon, a distant relation, was born in the same small rural community as Alexandre, Chute Panet, Québec. He learned of the important contribution this cleric made to society, and with much enthusiasm embarked on the biography.

Alexandre Vachon 1885 - 1953

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Westsiders

"...”Tom Finn’s stories demonstrate consistently controlled use of language, and the author’s sense of dialogue is keen. It is tuned to the way people speak, and the way his characters speak and think. At times comic, it harmonizes well with Finn’s often wry, omniscient third-person narration. Finn writes well, and these stories are good ... some real gems."

“Well-crafted ... character-driven. An impressive book of short stories about people going about their lives, experiencing change, facing hardships. Finn writes skillfully and his style is particularly suited to the short story."

The author of Malpeque Bay: A State Of Mind, and Princes was bred and buttered in the old town of Corner Brook West, Newfoundland, Canada. After working in New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and California, he took up residence in Ottawa. A retired federal public servant, he has always taken a keen interest in the affairs of his island homeland, especially the transformation of the former British colony following the American 'invasion' of the 1940s, and the union with Canada in 1949.

Audrey Starkes MSW is a retired
psychiatric social worker. She was fortunate to have grown up in Nipper’s
Harbour on the northeast coast of Newfoundland, Canada while it was still an isolated outport. Audrey has published stories in
the Ottawa Story Spinners’ Black Lake Chronicles.

autobiographySoftcover 5" x 8"146 pages

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Footpaths and Fishing Boats

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Viva / V!va

Tools for Well-being

Self-realization tools that individuals, social workers, care-givers and psychologists can use in times of need and transition. 40 "cards" in three sections.

Viva: CARDS

The author lived in Montreal, Quebec Canada for many years and graduated in sociology from McGill University. He now lives in Ottawa having retired after a lifelong and rewarding career in public service. Dave enjoys photography and plans to continue visiting Montreal regularly to help record the evolution of the historic and rapidly changing area at the east end of the Lachine Canal.

Dave Flavell

A solid contribution to social and urban studies. With an introduction, bibliography, and illustrated throughout with historical family photos and with current and archival images.

The Adventurers of Crystal LakeLife on Crystal lake is great
fun for all until the terrible Smog Dragon appears on its shores. He poisons
the air, pollutes the water and embarks on a rampage of destruction of the
ancient forest. At first terrified,
the Crystal Lake dwellers including Goose Steven, Dog Miranda and Trout Gordon decide to fight
back. They enlist the help of their friend Rainbow Captain and his companion
Big White Cloud who are also fed up with the monster’s destructive presence
Together they embark on a difficult journey in search of a magic potion.

Yana Amis evokes the ancient craft of storytelling
with an original and fresh imagination. She created and produced projects for
radio and television including the children’s TV series Rainbow Merry-Go-Round.

Mid-century speculative retro fiction. The Second World War. Nuclear Power. Space Exploration. These powerful forces forever changed the course of history. In these nine new stories and three essays Messier explores our intimate and often fickle relationship with science and technology in the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s, and how it came to define our past, present and future.

b. 1989 Winnipeg, Manitoba, studies aerospace engineering at Carleton University, Ottawa. As well as writing, he designs and develops mechanical devices and innovations, and enjoys painting inter-war-period travel posters, and studying history and philosophy.

“Although I felt relieved that things were now in the open, it took both my mother and I a bit of time before we were comfortable being around each other … she may not have understood that it wasn’t a choice I was making but rather an acceptance of what I couldn’t change.”

Charles Seems was born in Dalhousie, New Brunswick, Canada. In addition to writing, he has travelled the world. His skills include teaching, human resources manage­ment and interior decoration. He lives in Ottawa with his spouse Robert.

"Is life just about struggle and work? Isn’t there only one Earth that connects us all regardless of our nationality, religion or culture? These poems came about through a search for meaning. When I look at the waves on the ocean, I view them as being separate. But it seems to me that the waves are...

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(continued) part of the whole ocean and there is no separation. Being part of the ocean provides me with a source of strength, confidence and happiness. Although we are all connected, we are also each unique. I offer these writings and drawings to you as my viewpoint."- bdb 2011